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Old 08-22-2008, 06:49 PM
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RobbieS
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Originally Posted by vti-chris
I never check for air leaks...i just make sure i don't have any by using red silicone everywhere.
-Back plate
-Carb neck
-Carb boot
-Crank collet
-and finally white teflon tape around the threads of all carb needles.

This way you KNOW that if it doesn't run-tune, it's NOT because of air leaks.
I'm not into the whole sealing up my motor with rtv thing. I acquired a motor from someone who had and it was just a pain to do any maintenance on.

I do like the teflon tape for needles that might be just a touch loose. It will definitely help keep them in place.
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